The Sijena litigation faces its decisive phase

The MNAC will begin returning the 'profane paintings' to the Monastery of Sijena on November 17, with completion expected by early December. This marks progress in a long-standing legal dispute between Catalonia and Aragon. The paintings, created in the 13th century, were removed in the 1960s and are currently displayed at the MNAC. While both parties agree on the return of these paintings, the fate of the more fragile murals remains uncertain due to conservation concerns. The judge has upheld the timeline for the murals' return, requiring the MNAC to provide documentation of their compliance within ten days. Failure to meet deadlines may lead to enforcement of the ruling by Aragon.